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The Rediff Podcast: 'Some Things In Dhurandhar Close To Reality': Retired R&AW Officer

The Rediff Podcast: 'Some Things In Dhurandhar Close To Reality': Retired R&AW Officer

Rediff.com   7 hours ago

'The position of Karachi depicted at that time and the intense rivalry among the factional overlords in Lyari is very close to reality.'

TMC's paradox: Anti-BJP in Kolkata, pro-NDA in New Delhi

TMC's paradox: Anti-BJP in Kolkata, pro-NDA in New Delhi

Rediff.com   7 hours ago

The TMC is grappling with an extraordinary internal paradox as its legislative faction in West Bengal pledges 'constructive opposition' against the BJP, while a significant portion of its Lok Sabha MPs surprisingly aligns with the BJP-led NDA, exposing a profound ideological schism within the party.

Pune PMC Headquarters Evacuated After Bomb Threat

Pune PMC Headquarters Evacuated After Bomb Threat

Rediff.com   7 hours ago

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) headquarters and mayor's office received an email threatening a bomb blast, leading to the evacuation of the building and a thorough search by the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad. The premises remain closed to the public and employees as security agencies investigate the threat.

'Ready if needed': Harry Kane offers services to England Cricket, RCB

'Ready if needed': Harry Kane offers services to England Cricket, RCB

Rediff.com   7 hours ago

England captain Harry Kane sparked a social media buzz after showing off his cricket skills during the team's FIFA World Cup 2026 training camp in the United States.

Police Encounter Leads To Arrest Of Shahjahanpur Rape Accused

Police Encounter Leads To Arrest Of Shahjahanpur Rape Accused

Rediff.com   7 hours ago

A 25-year-old man, Guddu, accused of raping a one-year-old girl in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested following a police encounter. The accused was shot in both legs after he allegedly opened fire on police officers who were attempting to apprehend him. The incident came to light after the toddler's mother intervened and filed a complaint.

Lokayukta Raids Unearth Rs 9.5 Crore Assets From Indore Officer

Lokayukta Raids Unearth Rs 9.5 Crore Assets From Indore Officer

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

Lokayukta police in Indore raided the premises of Women and Child Development Department Joint Director Laxminarayan Kandwal, uncovering assets worth approximately Rs 9.5 crore, nearly four times his total salary over 30 years of service. The raids followed a complaint of disproportionate assets, leading to a case registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

Digital Commerce: Why Indians Lose Rs 28,000 Crore

Digital Commerce: Why Indians Lose Rs 28,000 Crore

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

Dark patterns are no longer just a consumer protection concern, but a broader macroeconomic challenge affecting the long-term sustainability of India's digital commerce ecosystem.

Fire Causes Google Cloud Outage In Key Indian Metros

Fire Causes Google Cloud Outage In Key Indian Metros

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

Google Cloud services in major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai are experiencing network disruptions and elevated latency due to a fire at a third-party data centre in Delhi. The incident led to an emergency power shutdown, reducing network capacity and causing intermittent latency spikes despite Google's efforts to reroute traffic. The company is investigating further mitigations to restore full service.

Delhi hotel fire: Police probe finds multiple violations

Delhi hotel fire: Police probe finds multiple violations

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

The latest revelations emerged during the interrogation of hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj and accountant Jai Mishra, both of whom were arrested in connection with the June 3 fire at the Flourish Stay B&B in Hauz Rani that claimed 21 lives.

Dramatic Scenes As BJP Councillor Arrested Under KAAPA In Thiruvananthapuram

Dramatic Scenes As BJP Councillor Arrested Under KAAPA In Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

A BJP councillor, Sugathan, was arrested in Thiruvananthapuram under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) after police fired into the air to disperse a crowd obstructing the arrest. His family denies allegations and accuses police of excessive force.

Dramatic Scenes As BJP Councillor Arrested Under KAAPA In Thiruvananthapuram

Dramatic Scenes As BJP Councillor Arrested Under KAAPA In Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

A BJP councillor, Sugathan, was arrested in Thiruvananthapuram under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) after police fired into the air to disperse a crowd obstructing the arrest. His family denies allegations and accuses police of excessive force.

Bombay High Court Quashes Pilot's License Suspension, Cites Natural Justice Violation

Bombay High Court Quashes Pilot's License Suspension, Cites Natural Justice Violation

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

The Bombay High Court has set aside a 2011 Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) order that suspended a 61-year-old pilot's Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). The court ruled the suspension "illegal and unsustainable" because the DGCA failed to provide the pilot with a show-cause notice or a hearing, violating principles of natural justice. The pilot's ATPL has been restored, though the DGCA is permitted to conduct a fresh inquiry following due process.

Meet Triptii Dimri's Husband From Maa Behen

Meet Triptii Dimri's Husband From Maa Behen

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

'I don't like talking about my struggles because I find them quite small in comparison to what I have seen happening to the people in my country.' 'I don't think pursuing your dreams is a struggle.'

Another Injury Blow! Hardik Pandya Ruled Out Of Afghanistan ODIs

Another Injury Blow! Hardik Pandya Ruled Out Of Afghanistan ODIs

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya was on Wednesday ruled out of the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan after picking up a fresh quadriceps strain.

What Secret Is Jennifer Winget Hiding?

What Secret Is Jennifer Winget Hiding?

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

Jennifer Winget may keep her personal life private but when it comes to fashion, she has a clear soft spot for Indian wear.

FIR Filed Against Ballia Village Head, Two Officers Over Fund Embezzlement

FIR Filed Against Ballia Village Head, Two Officers Over Fund Embezzlement

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

An FIR has been registered against a village head and two village development officers in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, for alleged embezzlement of over Rs 15.5 lakh in development funds following a complaint and subsequent probe.

Born in Tamil Nadu, Made for the World: Hyundai to make TN its EV hub

Born in Tamil Nadu, Made for the World: Hyundai to make TN its EV hub

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) announced plans to make Tamil Nadu its 'flagship EV hub for India', committing over 26,000 crore in investment, enhancing localisation, and creating approximately 2,000 additional jobs over the next five to six years. The company will roll out two new EV models from its Chennai facility this year, including its first mass-market dedicated EV.

How Bhiwandi Civic Official Was Caught In Bribery Trap

How Bhiwandi Civic Official Was Caught In Bribery Trap

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

A senior official of the Bhiwandi Nizampur City Municipal Corporation, Surendra Bhaskar Bhoir, has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 2.5 lakh. Bhoir, who also held the charge of assistant municipal commissioner, was caught red-handed after demanding Rs 5 lakh to overlook an unauthorised construction.

Unscramble The Lenin Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Lenin Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

Have a blast with Lenin, one puzzling piece at a time!

Nifty 50's Contribution to India Inc's Q4 Earnings Hits 21-Quarter Low

Nifty 50's Contribution to India Inc's Q4 Earnings Hits 21-Quarter Low

Rediff.com   8 hours ago

The Nifty 50 firms' contribution to the overall earnings of India Inc has steadily declined, reaching its lowest share in at least 21 quarters at 47.1 per cent in Q4FY26, down from 51.8 per cent a year earlier.